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3.68 AVERAGE
3.68 AVERAGE
When I first read the description of this book I was very intrigued, but after reading it I felt it fell short. It’s an interesting idea writing about the other kids that aren’t the chosen one but still living in a chosen one esc universe but it really just felt like a normal teen story that wasn’t overall captivating except for the few moments of the indie kids, which I guess was the point. Personally I was not a fan of Mike and pretty much preferred any other character besides him. Mel would of been a better main character choice as she was held back a year and had a more interesting backstory. Overall I enjoyed the book but felt the concept could of been more thought out.
slow-paced
LOVE LOVE LOVE the concept. I can’t be the only one who while reading/watching stories about the chosen ones and apocalypses and all that fun stuff wondering what the normal kids are doing right?
So obviously the moment I heard of this book I knew I needed it. Then I finished the Chaos Walking trilogy last month and found the hardcover copy for a really cheap price at the American Book Center, so I definitely needed it then.
While it wasn’t a five stars read for me, as it didn’t really blow me away, I immensely enjoyed it. I loved the sassy little summaries at the beginning of each chapter about what the chosen ones (or the indie kids as they are referred to) were up to during that chapter. The characters were all interesting and complex, their relationships with each other were great to read about and it all felt so realistic. Well, except for the fantasy stuff that’s happening of course, but I really loved how that was incorporated in the normal kids’ story. It was there and played a pretty big part, as they were all scared, but in the end it was more of a contemporary and I really liked that twist.
I really wonder how I would’ve felt about this book if I hadn’t unconsciously compared it to the Chaos Walking trilogy. I really didn’t want to, but how could I not? My expectations were really high because of that trilogy, so while the writing was still amazing, I couldn’t help but give it four stars because it didn’t blow me away like the Chaos Walking trilogy did. That said, I still really recommend this of course! I didn’t even really have any problems with it, it’s just not a five star read for me.
So obviously the moment I heard of this book I knew I needed it. Then I finished the Chaos Walking trilogy last month and found the hardcover copy for a really cheap price at the American Book Center, so I definitely needed it then.
While it wasn’t a five stars read for me, as it didn’t really blow me away, I immensely enjoyed it. I loved the sassy little summaries at the beginning of each chapter about what the chosen ones (or the indie kids as they are referred to) were up to during that chapter. The characters were all interesting and complex, their relationships with each other were great to read about and it all felt so realistic. Well, except for the fantasy stuff that’s happening of course, but I really loved how that was incorporated in the normal kids’ story. It was there and played a pretty big part, as they were all scared, but in the end it was more of a contemporary and I really liked that twist.
I really wonder how I would’ve felt about this book if I hadn’t unconsciously compared it to the Chaos Walking trilogy. I really didn’t want to, but how could I not? My expectations were really high because of that trilogy, so while the writing was still amazing, I couldn’t help but give it four stars because it didn’t blow me away like the Chaos Walking trilogy did. That said, I still really recommend this of course! I didn’t even really have any problems with it, it’s just not a five star read for me.
Main character has OCD, another main character is gay, another has anorexia...and yet, none of these things is the main topic of the book.
What if you were the most ordinary people in a world full of superheroes? Just trying to live your life?
I thought it was great.
What if you were the most ordinary people in a world full of superheroes? Just trying to live your life?
I thought it was great.
It started a bit confusing, then picked up, then died down again. What I did really like was the talk that Mike had with the therapist; it was played out in a way that could really help someone.
I went into this one knowing that it had mixed reviews and that many people thought it fell flat, but I thought the premise seemed pretty interesting (what happens when you aren't the Chosen One?) so I picked it up. Maybe it's because I haven't read Patrick Ness before so I have nothing to compare it to, but I loved this book! My only real complaint is that there was so much going on that I wish the book had been longer but at the same time I don't really feel like I'm missing anything important. I liked the beginnings of the chapters where you found out what was happening with the Chosen Ones and the overall attitude towards the Indie Kids was really funny. I loved how the characters were diverse and how the book tackled mental illness (I don't know how accurate it is because I don't know that much about OCD but it seemed to discuss it in a respectful manner). I thought it was really fun to read a coming of age type contemporary book but set in a sci-fi world, it was really refreshing to me. The characters were likable and the family dynamic between Mel, Mike, and Meredith was adorable. I would definitely recommend this to anyone who thinks it sounds interesting, and if this is one of Patrick Ness' worst books I'm very excited to read his other ones.
fast-paced
Such a quirky story but I was hooked! Loved the style and the characters.
So this is basically Buffy The Vampire Slayer's "The Zeppo" episode in novel form, focusing on the normal kids adjacent to cycles of apocalypse events that the "indie kids" handle while everyone else goes about their lives, handling their normal problems on the fringes of the supernatural. It's a cool concept and I love Patrick Ness, but this wasn't my favorite. I just didn't connect emotionally with it, though it was clever and I'm quite affectionate about the tropes it uses.
I also really appreciated the discussion of mental illness and emotional problems as morally neutral the same way that physical illnesses and issues are! And the handling of relationships, too.
I also really appreciated the discussion of mental illness and emotional problems as morally neutral the same way that physical illnesses and issues are! And the handling of relationships, too.
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes